Description

Copper Trifluoromethanethiol is an organometallic compound featuring a copper(I) center bonded to a trifluoromethanethiolate ligand. This compound matters as a valuable reagent and catalyst precursor in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the highly lipophilic and electron-withdrawing SCF₃ group. Industries such as pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and materials science need it for creating novel fluorinated molecules with enhanced biological activity, metabolic stability, and unique physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Key reagent for the trifluoromethylthiolation of drug candidates to improve membrane permeability and metabolic resistance.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the SCF₃ group enhances lipophilicity and bioactivity.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a source of copper(I) and the SCF₃ anion in cross-coupling and other catalytic transformations.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated polymers, ligands, and advanced materials with specific surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Facilitates the direct introduction of the -SCF₃ functional group into aromatic and heteroaromatic systems.
• Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry: Potential use in the synthesis of fluorine-18 labeled compounds for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Copper Trifluoromethanethiol
CAS No.	3872-23-9
Molecular Formula	CF₃SCu
Molecular Weight	177.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper(I) Trifluoromethanethiolate; Copper Trifluoromethyl Mercaptide; Trifluoromethyl Copper(I) Sulfide; (Trifluoromethylthio)copper; CuSCF₃; Copper Trifluoromethylthiolate; Copper(I) Trifluoromethylthiolate
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Quality Control

Our Copper Trifluoromethanethiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results for assay, purity, and specific impurities is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (CuSCF₃)	≥ 95.0%
Copper (Cu) Content	35.0 - 37.0 %
Solubility Test	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DMF, THF)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.